Plant Milk Cookies for Santa: Recipes for the Perfect Pairing

The holiday season is here, and what better way to celebrate than by leaving a special treat for Santa? This year, let’s give the classic milk-and-cookies tradition a plant-based twist. With Milky Plant, you can create fresh, creamy plant milk to pair with delicious homemade cookies that will delight both Santa and your family. Here are some easy, festive recipes to get you started.

Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup coconut oil (solid, not melted)
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup plant milk (oat milk works perfectly)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 cup vegan chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a bowl, cream together coconut oil and sugar.
3. Mix in the oat milk and vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, then fold in chocolate chips.
6. Scoop dough onto a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes.

Spiced Gingerbread Cookies

Ingredients:

• 1/3 cup molasses
• 1/3 cup coconut oil
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup plant milk (almond milk preferred)
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp ground ginger
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• Pinch of cloves

• Pinch of salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a saucepan, melt coconut oil and molasses together. Let cool slightly.
3. Whisk in brown sugar and almond milk.
4. In a bowl, combine dry ingredients and slowly mix into the wet ingredients.
5. Roll out dough, cut into shapes, and bake for 8-10 minutes.

Snickerdoodle Cookies

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup vegan butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup plant milk (cashew milk recommended)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp cream of tartar
• Pinch of salt
• 2 tbsp sugar + 1 tsp cinnamon (for rolling)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cream together butter and sugar, then add plant milk and vanilla.
3. Mix dry ingredients in a separate bowl and gradually combine.
4. Roll dough into balls, coat in cinnamon sugar, and bake for 8-10 minutes.

Tips for a Magical Santa Experience:

• Use festive plates and glasses to present your plant milk and cookies.
• Add a handwritten note for Santa, mentioning the plant-based twist.
• Encourage kids to join in the baking for a fun family activity.

With Milky Plant, creating these delightful recipes is a breeze. Whether you’re making oat, almond, or cashew milk, your homemade plant-based options will complement these cookies perfectly. Santa might even leave an extra gift for your creativity!

Happy Holidays and Merry Baking!